Serving 270 students in grades 9-12, West Carroll High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Carroll High School's student population of 270 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Carroll High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Carroll High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2530 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
86%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carroll High School's ranking?
West Carroll High School is ranked #2530 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Carroll High School often compared to?
West Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastland Jr/sr High School, Chadwick-milledgeville Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Carroll High School?
The graduation rate of West Carroll High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Carroll High School?
270 students attend West Carroll High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Carroll High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Carroll High School?
West Carroll High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Carroll High School offer ?
West Carroll High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Carroll High School part of?
West Carroll High School is part of West Carroll CUSD 314 School District.
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